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Jan 13 2017

New Visa Exemption Created for Business Visitors

On or after February 12, 2017, nationals of 80 countries – including all EU Member States, the United States, Brazil, Indonesia and others – will be eligible for a visa-free business and tourist stay up to five days if they enter through the Minsk National Airport.

Required Documentation for Entry

Eligible entrants must present the below documents to enter under the exemption:

A valid passport or other valid travel document;

Proof of at least EUR 25 (or equal amount in dollars or Belarusian rubles) for each day of stay;

Proof of medical insurance with coverage of at least EUR 10,000 in Belarus.

Nationals of China, Gambia, Haiti, India, Lebanon, Namibia, Somoa and Vietnam must also present a valid multiple-entry visa from an EU Member State or Schengen country and a ticket from Minsk National Airport showing a planned departure within five days of entry into Belarus.